Intent to Single Source - Teledyne ISCO Samplers

The City of Tampa's Wastewater Department intends to procure Teledyne ISCO Samplers through a single source procurement method within Hillsborough County, Florida. The procurement specifically focuses on acquiring specialized water/wastewater sampling and flow monitoring equipment, including samplers, batteries, power converters, bottles, and meters. The primary objective is to monitor business wastewater discharges, enforce local limits, and calculate surcharges with equipment that is compatible with existing infrastructure. Instrument Specialties, Inc. has been identified as the sole source provider for these Teledyne ISCO products in the Tampa area, offering significant advantages such as faster order fulfillment (2-3 weeks) and direct local representation. The single source justification highlights the unique capabilities of Teledyne ISCO equipment and the need for specialized sampling technology for the Wastewater Industrial Pretreatment Section. The procurement documents indicate a due date of January 27, 2025, with the opportunity initially posted on February 17, 2025. Accutech Instrumentation, Inc. is confirmed as an authorized exclusive sales representative and distributor for Teledyne ISCO equipment in Florida.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Accutech Instrumentation, Inc. serves as the authorized distributor, with an office located at 6500 Bowden Rd, Suite 304, Jacksonville, FL 32216. The sole source letter from Teledyne ISCO is valid until November 30, 2025, covering flowmeters, samplers, rain gauges, connecting cables, hardware, and operational software. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement involves specialized scientific equipment for municipal wastewater monitoring. The federal identification number for Instrument Specialties, Inc. is 59-275809, and the procurement requires approval from the Department Director and Purchasing Department. The procurement process involves a formal approach to executing a purchase outside standard competitive bidding procedures, emphasizing the technical specificity and unique nature of the required equipment.